This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: The nurse is performing stroke risk screenings at a hospital open house. Identification of high-risk ... (Read 213 times)

jman1234

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 560
The nurse is performing stroke risk screenings at a hospital open house. Identification of high-risk individuals is the goal of the screenings. The nurse has identified four patients who might be at risk for a stroke.
 
  Which patient is likely at highest risk for a stroke?
  A) White woman, age 60 with history of excessive alcohol intake
  B) White man, age 60 with history of uncontrolled hypertension
  C) Black man, age 60, with history of diabetes
  D) Black man, age 50 with history of smoking

Question 2

A diabetes nurse is discussing lifestyle measures that a patient with a recent diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can use to manage his disease. When discussing the benefits of exercise with this patient, the nurse should recommend that he:
 
  A) Eat a snack immediately following exercise to prevent hypoglycemia
  B) Use exercise to lower his blood sugar during hyperglycemic episodes
  C) Exercise a similar amount at a similar time each day
  D) Avoid physical activity until he is able to manage his blood sugars independently



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

elyse44

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 319
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C





 

Did you know?

All adverse reactions are commonly charted in red ink in the patient's record and usually are noted on the front of the chart. Failure to follow correct documentation procedures may result in malpractice lawsuits.

Did you know?

Alcohol acts as a diuretic. Eight ounces of water is needed to metabolize just 1 ounce of alcohol.

Did you know?

Approximately one in four people diagnosed with diabetes will develop foot problems. Of these, about one-third will require lower extremity amputation.

Did you know?

The shortest mature adult human of whom there is independent evidence was Gul Mohammed in India. In 1990, he was measured in New Delhi and stood 22.5 inches tall.

Did you know?

After 5 years of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, one every three patients will no longer be able to work.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library